hey scott, long time subscriber and carpenter from the uk here. just wanted to say that these videos, the most recent ones in particular I can only really describe as soul healing. I've been working in the trade since I left school and have long felt myself disillusioned in my line of work. I'm sure every tradesman or woman has had those moments of doubt.. the physical toll on your body, the pressure to meet crunch deadlines and passing comments of people who look down on anything construction adjacent for whatever reason. can't count how many times I've thought about throwing in the towel and trying something else, especially in my first few years but in the end everything kind of just works itself out. it is the satisfaction that comes with problem solving and making mistakes that makes this so rewarding when it all materialises. sorry for being overbearing on a video about fixing plywood to a ceiling but these videos are just so extremely authentic and encapsulate the best parts of this line of work, thanks for uploading
@jimbon You might want to look up Lighthouse Club The Construction Industry Charity UK. It is a nice way to meet others in construction in the UK and in many other countries around the world.
@@chimpo131 no it isnt, just working in the wrong enterprise or clients can kill your soul. but can be super rewarding working in the right proyect or with the right people
jimbon, i almost cry reading your comment, i feel your path a lot, happy to read your doing better! Scott it's super inspiring, always made my day to see a video of him
Scott I don’t want to loose you to Japan however, thoroughly enjoying watching this reno, Japanese tool shopping and your trip! Glad you’ve extended your trip!
Nikita is a delight. So impressed with her giving-it-a-go'iness (which I believe is a Japanese word). She will gain so much craft, skill and life experience in JPN. I am humbly inspired.
6:18 正, you got the kanji right but the order of the final two strokes is wrong. The short vertical stroke is the fourth, and the bottom horizontal one is the fifth.
"This series of RUclips stories about renovating and working on Nikita's home has been fantastic. 'Japain from the Grassroots' offers a unique perspective, showcasing the lives of everyday people. It's a refreshing take compared to most documentaries. Thank you for sharing this incredible journey!"
Amazing inspiration guys! I'm heading to Japan myself to stop the decay of a 200yo house next week. Been on my in laws fam forever. Your tips are great!
Love your content! One reference got me lol " okay the thing about Japanese ceilings you don't need a ladder I feel like Raymond" Keep up with the good work!! Wish I could visit Japan sometime.
Excellent episode! I have travelled quite a bit and without doubt the most rewarding experiences are if you get a chance to live with the locals. Experiencing everyday people just going about their lives. For me it's the people and culture I find most interesting. I don't like to rush through a country hitting all the tourist hotspots so I can collect t-shirts. I much prefer to stay in one location and explore and really get to absorb the culture.
So Scott’s and Jess’ ideal and relaxing vacation is shopping for tools needed for work and renovating a total stranger’s home. Awesome! 😂😂😂 But another question though. Can he hang doors in Japan?
I guess a free benefit of the tape-along-the-cut-lines is that it minimises tear-out. We were in Japan about a year ago, so I guess we saw the same season. Absolutely our most favorite place in the world. So beautiful, hectic, peaceful, organised, polite, ancient, futuristic, everything - amazing. (Greetings from Sydney)
I'm currently visiting Okinawa for the first time and it's such a great place. So fun to see that the rest of the country has some similarities like the food at Lawson
This video lead to the rabbit hole where I learned the definitions of Wabi-Sabi, Boho, and Japandi. And I ordered "In Praise of Shadows". The glass paneling surrounding the beautiful library room was very interesting - it seemed a little Mid Century inspired. Love this channel!
Brilliant episode! I have watched all of your videos Scott and this is amongst the best. Beautiful build and a lovely playful fun narrative with excellent videography (especially given challenging lighting). So good! Thanks Scott, Jess and Nikita!
An absolute gem of an episode. The work, the shopping, the language lessons, the tally method, all great stuff! Even the ad was fascinating. And the music! -Really well chosen and edited. ありがとうございます. Arigatou gozaimasu for the weekend Scott Brown (and Jess and Nakita) lift.
Loving the Japan content, we leave in 26 days and this is getting me really excited for the trip. We travelled on the Shinkansen past Lake Biwa on our last trip, such beautiful contry
These videos are healing me, a new breath of fresh air, i'm soo happy you guys have finally gotten to travel again and have fun and super thankful for sharing it too. AND plsss buy a purple makita scott YOU MUST
So beautiful having a clear stream flow next to the house! I live in a highly built up island and the swaths of nature in Japan & NZ just brings so much comfort, just d sound of water flowing!! Ah! I need a break!!
The light that Scott bought reminds me of the mini robots in Disney's Big Hero 6. I forsee at least 2 of those fan vest making their way back to New Zealand....
@ 5:00… I've never seen saw "horses" like that… I am immediately intrigued. I've been away for a few videos, so maybe they were in a previous one, but I really dig those. So cool.
Great vid. Japan looks so interesting. Liked seeing Nikita again, interesting project. Topped off with a “she’ll be right” on the killer invertebrate management plan.
One of the hardest things I did was doing this exact job on a ceiling. The hari (large tree trunk beams) always got in the way and putting a solid 1.8m plywood through the gap was very hard and required precision cutting and planning. Also, I hope they tightened the bolts in the corners, they are about loose or about to fall off by now for sure ;)
First of all, props to you and Jess for volunteering. Is that plywood Luan? It looks like it. Scott, you have to get yourself an a ink line. Forget chalk lines. Far more precise. Japanese carpenters, don't use a chalk line. Enjoy your time in Japan
It's crazy how everything looks so well taken care of in Japan. The USA is the total opposite, we're so accustom to seeing things in decay, it is just second nature.
after watching the last couple of episodes I've started looking at Kominka houses in Japan to refurbish. Also, I can't remember the last time we (Australia)beat you guys (NZ) in rugby. Looking forward to the next few episodes from Japan! Keep up the good work! SUBARASHI!!!!
Back in the very early 2000s (IIRC) Australia won the Bledisloe Cup for the first time in something like 21 years and the OZ papers proclaimed the Wannabees as the champions of Rugby (as opposed the Thugby) in the known and unknown Universe. I don't think the Whineabees have won the Bledisloe since then. My snarkiness is addressed *NOT* at the incredible and skilful players but the Welsh common name coach....you know who you are Eddie aka Mr Million Excuses.
Scott, make sure to get yourself a nice kitchen knife while yoire there. Love your videos and your personality.Tired Itish lad here who loves to do cabinet making and any construction/ plumbing work on my nerver competed home. Love toi New zealand, hope to fo back one day.
The adult Mukade (centipedes) are large and bite. One of my friends had a bad dream where his ear was being bitten, then he woke up and realized that it wasn't a dream but a Mukade was on his pillow attacking him. One of the joys of living in an old house in the Japanese countryside.
Brilliant video SBC.. you and Jess are a great team .. what an amazing person Nikita is. Does it rain alot in the area as everything looks very green & lush?🎉😎🎉
Its interesting about the size of plywood. Where I live in Northern Japan all plywood and polystyrene is 91 cm by 182 cm. Those measurements are based on what the tatami sized used to be. I heard that they were of different sizes across Japan. Its the first time that I see it. The ceiling looks good now.
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Hi Scott
Thanks for all your hard work in helping Nikita. I know how grateful she is. So am I.
I’m her very proud dad.
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hey scott, long time subscriber and carpenter from the uk here. just wanted to say that these videos, the most recent ones in particular I can only really describe as soul healing. I've been working in the trade since I left school and have long felt myself disillusioned in my line of work. I'm sure every tradesman or woman has had those moments of doubt.. the physical toll on your body, the pressure to meet crunch deadlines and passing comments of people who look down on anything construction adjacent for whatever reason. can't count how many times I've thought about throwing in the towel and trying something else, especially in my first few years
but in the end everything kind of just works itself out. it is the satisfaction that comes with problem solving and making mistakes that makes this so rewarding when it all materialises. sorry for being overbearing on a video about fixing plywood to a ceiling but these videos are just so extremely authentic and encapsulate the best parts of this line of work, thanks for uploading
Keep up good work. Good luck to you. And in future, if you can, visit japan)
@jimbon You might want to look up Lighthouse Club The Construction Industry Charity UK. It is a nice way to meet others in construction in the UK and in many other countries around the world.
it really is because construction is a useless career path 😂
@@chimpo131 no it isnt, just working in the wrong enterprise or clients can kill your soul. but can be super rewarding working in the right proyect or with the right people
jimbon, i almost cry reading your comment, i feel your path a lot, happy to read your doing better! Scott it's super inspiring, always made my day to see a video of him
Go Nikita! Big bro is very proud of her! Thanks so much Scott and Jess for helping her! It was such a bright spot for her!!!
Nikita: I just got it at the local little hardware.
Scott: Take me to your local little hardware!!
BRAVO JESS!!!! Wonderful, professional, informational, perfection on the sponsor spot!!!!!!
Scott I don’t want to loose you to Japan however, thoroughly enjoying watching this reno, Japanese tool shopping and your trip! Glad you’ve extended your trip!
Nikita is a delight. So impressed with her giving-it-a-go'iness (which I believe is a Japanese word). She will gain so much craft, skill and life experience in JPN. I am humbly inspired.
Plus, her name rhymes with Makita. :P
@@asztapaszta9 that's secretly the reason they choose her
Ganbariya-san works.
0:47 i love that you still number the episodes
6:18 正, you got the kanji right but the order of the final two strokes is wrong. The short vertical stroke is the fourth, and the bottom horizontal one is the fifth.
"This series of RUclips stories about renovating and working on Nikita's home has been fantastic. 'Japain from the Grassroots' offers a unique perspective, showcasing the lives of everyday people. It's a refreshing take compared to most documentaries. Thank you for sharing this incredible journey!"
Digging the Japanese “smoko time”. Legend.
With special music to boot!
Nikita is cool 🥰
Scott shuld really hook up with her. Would be more interesting to wach
Amazing inspiration guys! I'm heading to Japan myself to stop the decay of a 200yo house next week. Been on my in laws fam forever. Your tips are great!
Good luck! ❤
So cool!
Love your content! One reference got me lol
" okay the thing about Japanese ceilings you don't need a ladder I feel like Raymond" Keep up with the good work!! Wish I could visit Japan sometime.
Hey you guys, Andy in the UK here, thanks for sharing this with us, I use your channel to help me feel good on down days. Great work, take care x
Excellent episode!
I have travelled quite a bit and without doubt the most rewarding experiences are if you get a chance to live with the locals.
Experiencing everyday people just going about their lives.
For me it's the people and culture I find most interesting.
I don't like to rush through a country hitting all the tourist hotspots so I can collect t-shirts.
I much prefer to stay in one location and explore and really get to absorb the culture.
Scott Brown travels the world and helps with your projects is a series I would definitely follow 😊 🇨🇦. Also fantastic ad read Jess.
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@@JP-cc6yn i think that’s how Scott started in RUclips. He challenged himself to build something on every continent.
Just imagine if you could get Flouncy Gardenwear as a sponsor & I reckon Jess is the perfect model for them.
So Scott’s and Jess’ ideal and relaxing vacation is shopping for tools needed for work and renovating a total stranger’s home. Awesome! 😂😂😂
But another question though. Can he hang doors in Japan?
They don't hang doors in Japan; they commit Seppuku. 😱
I guess a free benefit of the tape-along-the-cut-lines is that it minimises tear-out.
We were in Japan about a year ago, so I guess we saw the same season. Absolutely our most favorite place in the world. So beautiful, hectic, peaceful, organised, polite, ancient, futuristic, everything - amazing.
(Greetings from Sydney)
Your old plywood ceiling and wall episodes are what got me to subscribe. These kinds of jobs never get old
Loving the Japan series. And Nikita has such a great attitude and is so brave
I'm currently visiting Okinawa for the first time and it's such a great place. So fun to see that the rest of the country has some similarities like the food at Lawson
This video lead to the rabbit hole where I learned the definitions of Wabi-Sabi, Boho, and Japandi. And I ordered "In Praise of Shadows". The glass paneling surrounding the beautiful library room was very interesting - it seemed a little Mid Century inspired. Love this channel!
Loved the Japanese 'Smoko Time' title card!
Brilliant episode! I have watched all of your videos Scott and this is amongst the best. Beautiful build and a lovely playful fun narrative with excellent videography (especially given challenging lighting). So good! Thanks Scott, Jess and Nikita!
Scott and Jess are killing it. Thank you for this amazing channel.
スコットが日本に⁉️😳
ようこそ日本へ🤗
ずっと観ていたので嬉しいです☺️
I dig that right angle circular saw guide
Your videos are electronic Xanax. I always save them for Sunday nights, to fortify myself for the week ahead. Thank you.
Always jealous! I have one of the Makita 18V fan jackets, yes they are VERY nice. Looks like you guys are having so much fun in Japan!
Thank you, scott brown.
Great combined job,looks good. Thanks for the latest exciting episode.👍👍
An absolute gem of an episode. The work, the shopping, the language lessons, the tally method, all great stuff! Even the ad was fascinating. And the music! -Really well chosen and edited. ありがとうございます.
Arigatou gozaimasu for the weekend Scott Brown (and Jess and Nakita) lift.
I bought a few of those fan jackets back when I visited Japan. A little pricey, but a great gift for family.
Loving the Japan content, we leave in 26 days and this is getting me really excited for the trip. We travelled on the Shinkansen past Lake Biwa on our last trip, such beautiful contry
Love that Scene with Jess, absolutely hitting the spot with the description on the food 6:50 😂 thanks
After MANY YEARS of experience now, I can't tell you how often these days I get it on the first try... the fourth time.
As an American who has lived in Japan for over ten years, it's fun to see you get psyched for all the cool details that make this place awesome.
Awesome video, Scott! Loving the Japan content!
These videos are healing me, a new breath of fresh air, i'm soo happy you guys have finally gotten to travel again and have fun and super thankful for sharing it too. AND plsss buy a purple makita scott YOU MUST
This visit to Japan makes me want to move there.
Thank you and have a wonderful week.
Scott Brown in Japan with cool tools what more could you ask for.
Japanese immigration would probably ask for his *working visa* for a start.
So beautiful having a clear stream flow next to the house! I live in a highly built up island and the swaths of nature in Japan & NZ just brings so much comfort, just d sound of water flowing!! Ah! I need a break!!
The light that Scott bought reminds me of the mini robots in Disney's Big Hero 6. I forsee at least 2 of those fan vest making their way back to New Zealand....
I love Nikita.
At least one of the hardware store chains in Germany also do free coffee according to Laura Kampf videos. Cool to see it in Japan too!
oooooof that looks like a mission gl guys and gl nikita!!!
Love these episodes, guys! So wonderful to see you enjoying Japan.
Nikita is just awesome 👌🏻
Another great episode from Japan - not surprised to see that you're extending your stay !
😊more marvellous tool shopping please, love the variety.
Just throwing it out there... A smoko time t-shirt in Japanese writing 10/10 would buy! 😁👌
a 20+ minute scott brown video ? hell yeah, instant classic
@ 5:00… I've never seen saw "horses" like that… I am immediately intrigued. I've been away for a few videos, so maybe they were in a previous one, but I really dig those. So cool.
Great vid. Japan looks so interesting. Liked seeing Nikita again, interesting project. Topped off with a “she’ll be right” on the killer invertebrate management plan.
One of the hardest things I did was doing this exact job on a ceiling. The hari (large tree trunk beams) always got in the way and putting a solid 1.8m plywood through the gap was very hard and required precision cutting and planning.
Also, I hope they tightened the bolts in the corners, they are about loose or about to fall off by now for sure ;)
Jess is not wrong about the mini icing trail 😂 🎂
They are cool saw horses the ply is sitting on. Great video.
最近見出したのですが、ニキータ凄い！正の書き方の順番が違っていたけど気にしない😂頑張ってるニキータを応援しています🥰
Hope you had a work visa 😅😋
Fair play to Nakita, renovating a traditional Japan's house would be hard at the best of times.
Would love to hear more about what you learned from In Praise of Shadows (and learnings from whatever else you're reading and how you're applying it)!
this video is a pure vibe
First of all, props to you and Jess for volunteering. Is that plywood Luan? It looks like it.
Scott, you have to get yourself an a ink line. Forget chalk lines. Far more precise. Japanese carpenters, don't use a chalk line.
Enjoy your time in Japan
あっ、Nikitaさんがでてる！すごい！きゃわいい！！
It's crazy how everything looks so well taken care of in Japan. The USA is the total opposite, we're so accustom to seeing things in decay, it is just second nature.
after watching the last couple of episodes I've started looking at Kominka houses in Japan to refurbish. Also, I can't remember the last time we (Australia)beat you guys (NZ) in rugby. Looking forward to the next few episodes from Japan! Keep up the good work! SUBARASHI!!!!
Back in the very early 2000s (IIRC) Australia won the Bledisloe Cup for the first time in something like 21 years and the OZ papers proclaimed the Wannabees as the champions of Rugby (as opposed the Thugby) in the known and unknown Universe. I don't think the Whineabees have won the Bledisloe since then. My snarkiness is addressed *NOT* at the incredible and skilful players but the Welsh common name coach....you know who you are Eddie aka Mr Million Excuses.
Awesome video Scott good job Guys a great project Thanks for posting
Thank you for this amazing channel.
Hi Scott, you're a lovely person; the nicest guy on RUclips ❤❤❤❤
Love from Éire
Scott, make sure to get yourself a nice kitchen knife while yoire there. Love your videos and your personality.Tired Itish lad here who loves to do cabinet making and any construction/ plumbing work on my nerver competed home. Love toi New zealand, hope to fo back one day.
This reminds me the very 1st time i eaw oneof your videos was lining house walls & ceiling with ply panels and no nails showing
G,day from Sydney Australia. The supporting timber beams could benefit with a stain and coat of Shellac.
🌏🇦🇺
that aircond facade is beauitful and simple
Literally everyone watching now wants a fan-vest
Loving the adventures in Japan
Surely you will do a Japanese version of your iconic introduction line while you're overseas.
Loving the content all the way from Japan!
Hey Scott , we were just there in Japan around Osaka and Kyoto last week. I told my wife you were here and was trying to keep an eye out for you lol
Love the Japan episode.. very entertaining and educational. Nikita soo awesome 🤩 🪚
The adult Mukade (centipedes) are large and bite. One of my friends had a bad dream where his ear was being bitten, then he woke up and realized that it wasn't a dream but a Mukade was on his pillow attacking him. One of the joys of living in an old house in the Japanese countryside.
Brilliant video SBC.. you and Jess are a great team .. what an amazing person Nikita is. Does it rain alot in the area as everything looks very green & lush?🎉😎🎉
Japan, a nation known for having some of the best carpenters in the world...and now Scott. 😅
Love it!
Hey mate, if you're still in Japan, the Hodaka shops are worth checking out.
Good array of quality tools at reasonable prices.
Great work
😮
Beautiful job ,,,painting the plywood white would make room more bright imo
Nikita probably uses Makita tools
Hitachi.
Sorry. Hikoki now……
Omg Nikita! (Total babe)
Its interesting about the size of plywood. Where I live in Northern Japan all plywood and polystyrene is 91 cm by 182 cm. Those measurements are based on what the tatami sized used to be. I heard that they were of different sizes across Japan. Its the first time that I see it. The ceiling looks good now.
Loved the Ad
When writing Sho/Tadashi the last stroke is the bottom stroke. So you were 60% correct with the order.
Japan working shoes,like asics,mizuno are the trends and stylish😊
I would trust a 90 year old Japanese house to have more parallel and plumb boards than a 5 year old USA house.
There are basic builder all over the world. I would be so confident about that 😅
This is soooooo good
loving the japan videos
You guys must participate in a Japanese TV Game Show 😊
Wow, where in Japan?
I'm in Tokyo, I'm a general contractor here.
Great video!
Going soon. Trying to figure out some locations for woodworking in Kyoto. Then again I can just watch the channel to solve that.